Litigation Attorney

McKenna Russo is seeking a litigation attorney to join our growing civil litigation practice. We represent individuals and businesses in a broad range of civil matters, with a particular emphasis on real estate title disputes. Our litigation team is known for providing strategic, practical, and client-focused representation while maintaining the highest level of professionalism and integrity.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who enjoys courtroom advocacy, strategic problem-solving, and working directly with clients from the initial consultation through trial or resolution. The ideal candidate is motivated, collaborative, and committed to delivering exceptional client service.

Key Responsibilities

·      Provide skilled legal counsel and manage civil litigation matters from intake through resolution

·      Draft pleadings, motions, memoranda, discovery requests and responses, and other legal filings

·      Conduct legal research and prepare case strategy recommendations

·      Attend court hearings, mediations, depositions, settlement conferences, and trials

·      Manage all aspects of discovery, including document review and witness preparation

·      Communicate regularly with clients regarding case strategy, status updates, and expectations

·      Collaborate with attorneys and staff on complex litigation matters

·      Handle confidential client matters with professionalism and discretion

Required Qualifications

·      Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

·      Active membership in the Maryland Bar in good standing

·      Active membership in the District of Columbia and Virginia Bar preferred

·      3–7 years of civil litigation experience with portable book of business preferred

·      Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills

·      Excellent oral advocacy and courtroom presentation abilities

·      Experience managing cases independently while collaborating within a team environment

·      Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines

·      Commitment to providing outstanding client service

Top Traits We Value

·      Strategic thinker

·      Self-motivated

·      Organized

·      Detail-oriented

·      Collaborative

·      Client-focused

·      Community involvement

Work Arrangement / Location

·      Location: Annapolis, Maryland

·      Schedule: Full-time

·      Work Arrangement: On-site with flexibility for partial remote work

Compensation & Benefits

·      Salary range: $100,000 to $120,000

·      Competitive salary commensurate with experience

·      Performance-based bonus opportunities

·      Medical, dental, and vision insurance

·      401(k)

·      Life insurance

·      Paid Time Off (PTO)

·      Paid holidays

·      Continuing Legal Education (CLE) support

·      Bar dues and professional membership reimbursement

About McKenna Russo

McKenna Russo is a growing law firm dedicated to delivering exceptional legal services while fostering a collaborative and supportive workplace. Our litigation team represents clients in a wide range of disputes, focusing on practical solutions, thoughtful advocacy, and strong client relationships. We believe in developing our attorneys professionally while maintaining a culture of teamwork, integrity, and excellence.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Equal Employment Opportunity

McKenna Russo is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants without regard to any status protected by applicable law.